CAMPAIGNERS against the proposed Gypsy site in Crewe have vowed to mount a legal fight with Cheshire East Council if the plans are passed.

Opposition against the plans for a site off Parkers Road is continuing to mount after more than 400 people attended a public meeting held by action group Crewe Against Traveller Sites (CATS).

The group is now looking at ways of raising funds towards a potential legal battle with the council, and has already received some substantial pledges.

CATS treasurer Paul Stubbs said: “The purpose of this meeting was to raise funds via pledges towards the possible legal battle. We’re delighted with the response received and can confirm a substantial amount of money has been pledged towards our goal. Cheshire East should take this onboard as a huge statement of intent from our community that we are prepared to take this all the way to the High Court if necessary.”

The meeting on Saturday was also aimed at updating the community on the progress of the campaign, and was attended by MP Edward Timpson.

Chairman of CATS Glenn Perris said: “The sheer number of people attending was proof in itself that the strength of feeling against this ill-thought-out planning application is growing.”